Have you written anything today?

Young people are always advised to read a lot to broaden their knowledge, but are rarely encouraged to write more.

Writing is a healing therapy. Source: Internet

Writing, an outlet for the soul

Have you ever felt like your soul is a storm, full of nameless emotions, invisible pressures, but you don't know how to express it? Have you ever wanted to scream in front of a crowd, but were afraid that no one would understand? Or have you ever asked yourself: Who am I in my own life? If so, pick up a pen and write, practice telling your own story.

We young people live in a world that is constantly moving. Pressure from studying, working, social media and invisible expectations from many sides sometimes make us feel suffocated. We are advised to read books, learn, but rarely do people say: Write, let your soul breathe. Writing is not just recording thoughts, it is a journey of self-discovery, a way for you to turn chaotic emotions into meaningful stories.

Think of writing as a morning jog. If jogging is good for your body, writing is a mental exercise that helps you release stress, sort through your emotions, and find peace. When you write down your joys, your sorrows, or even your failures, you take control of your life story.

Things that are hard to put into words, emotions that are repressed - like love that is not expressed, dreams that are buried, or the pressure of comparing yourself to others - can all be released on paper. A study from the University of York (UK) by Emily Round and colleagues showed that just spending 15 minutes a day for 3 days writing about positive experiences can immediately reduce feelings of anxiety and improve mental health for at least 4 weeks afterwards. For young people, this is very important when we often face nameless pressures: from exams, work deadlines, to big questions about the future...

Write to heal, grow and inspire

I once had the opportunity to participate in the daily healing writing challenge on the “Vietnamese Writer” community founded by Ms. Hanh Nguyen (author, professional writing instructor). At first, I thought writing was just a simple way to record my thoughts, but it turned out that every day I sat down with a pen, I was like facing myself in the mirror. I wrote about the tiring days, the failures, and even the small moments of happiness, proud of myself, like the first time I dared to say “no” to what I didn’t want, or the day I learned to forgive myself. That was also the first time I wrote persistently and passionately for many consecutive days. Through each line, I realized that I was stronger than I imagined. Writing not only helps me understand my emotions but also keeps a record of my growth journey, making me braver when facing everything.

Through Ms. Hanh Nguyen's sharing, I learned that many young people, like me, came to her with the desire to write, learn how to write to liberate themselves and heal their souls. They were also shy and hesitant at first, only able to write a few short sentences with many negative words. But day by day, when writing became a habit, the skills of approaching and shaping emotions improved, everything became lighter and more natural. Sometimes, those writings, after years of careful preparation, were published into books, paving the way for many other young people to believe in their own words, deeply understanding that writing is the way to help us overcome the traumas in life in the most gentle and leisurely way.

The more you write, the more you see the value that you can create for your life, how great and beautiful it is. Like the author Truong Thi, in the book Bao la ngoi dot - the sky of love always embraces us (DIMIBOOk), has turned personal writings into an inspiring journey of sharing. At first, she wrote just to heal herself, to preserve her private moments. But after four years, she decided to publish, sending her sincere essays to her family, friends and even strangers. That book is not only her story, but also a reminder that every young person has a story worth telling, worth cherishing. When reading Bao la ngoi dot, you will see yourself somewhere in the lines - familiar pains, small joys, and moments that make you smile at life.

You see, instead of a quick coffee or a quick chat, writing down your story and sharing it—whether through a book, a social media post, or a handwritten letter—is how you tell the world that you have lived, loved, and grown. Writing is not only a personal journey, but also a bridge that brings you closer to those around you. Modern life can make you feel lost, but writing is a light that lights the way. As Anna Frank once wrote in her diary: “I can escape from everything when I write, sadness disappears, courage is born again.” Young people, have you written anything today? Pick up your pen, and let your story begin.

CORN

Source: https://baodanang.vn/channel/5433/202505/ban-viet-gi-hom-nay-chua-4007900/